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SUMMARY:[:en]How To Budget Your Next Round Of Funding[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAre you a startup founder looking to secure funding? Join this exclusive webinar with the CEO of Slidebean\, Caya\, and learn the essential skills to project your runway\, estimate your scaling potential\, and prepare for a successful fundraising round. This transformative webinar will help you take the first step toward financial confidence and startup growth. In addition\, signing up will reserve your spot for the Q&A and networking sessions that will follow after the presentation part. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n  \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in The Founder Institute event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/how-to-budget-your-next-round-of-funding/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231116T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
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SUMMARY:[:en]Navigating The Future Of Entrepreneurship: From 0 To 1 In AI-Native Startups[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAre you interested in learning the emerging trends in Generative AI\, and how you can leverage this technology to grow a business? On this live workshop\, three experts on technology and startup growth will outline a well-rounded roadmap for success – including customer acquisition strategies that blend AI with sales and marketing\, practical steps on building a product\, and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your startup game – register now! \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register for The Founder Institute event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/navigating-the-future-of-entrepreneurship-from-0-to-1-in-ai-native-startups/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T110000
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SUMMARY:[:en]Boost Your Supply Chain Performance[:]
DESCRIPTION:Date and time\n\n\n \n\nTuesday\, November 14 · 10 – 11am CST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n \n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\nDeveloping a resilient supply chain strategy is crucial for early-stage entrepreneurs developing products as it directly impacts operational efficiency and the sustainability of the business. That’s why it’s important that each aspect of your strategy is well thought-out and planned early on in your business journey to avoid later disruptions. \nThis session\, brought to you by Airbnb and the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs\, will dive into the key elements to get started building a strong supply chain strategy so that you can set your go-to-market strategy up for long-term success. You’ll walk away with the insight to establish criteria for supplier selection and evaluate market trends and historical data so that your supply chain is complementary to your business efforts. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nSupply Selection and Management: identify and evaluate potential suppliers and establish criteria for supplier selection\nDemand Forecasting: accurately predict future demand for products/services and assess market trends and historical data to aid decision-making\nInventory and Distribution: determine optimal inventory levels\, employ inventory tracking systems\, and select appropriate distribution channels
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/boost-your-supply-chain-performance/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20231030T215319Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]How To Start A Business Without Access To Capital[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nIn this webinar\, SCORE Mentor and Executive Consultant Cynthia Rhodes will guide you through the essential steps of starting a business without relying on external funding. You’ll also learn how to craft a business strategy that positions your venture for long-term profitability. Finally\, we’ll teach you how to access capital once your business has gained traction. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, visit SCORE website. \n  \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in SCORE event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/how-to-start-a-business-without-access-to-capital/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231106T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20231030T215119Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]The Pitch Deck Toolbox: How To Influence Your Audience[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nYour pitch deck can make or break your ability to captivate your audience. We’re inviting you to a tailored workshop where our guest expert Dorothy Fulop will introduce the essential components of a persuasive pitch and demonstrate how to craft a compelling narrative. Discover the key elements that grab attention\, engage investors or stakeholders\, and leave a lasting impact. This event will focus on powerful but often overlooked tools to supercharge pitch decks. The main goal is to introduce branding and presentation principles\, helping founders master the art of creating impactful pitch decks for greater success. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register for The Founder Institute event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/the-pitch-deck-toolbox-how-to-influence-your-audience/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231102T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20231030T214325Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]Leveraging Generative AI to Build Customer Mega-Personas[:]
DESCRIPTION:Date and time\n\n\n \n\nThursday\, November 2 · 3 – 4pm CDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n \n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\nThis session featuring Jacqueline DeStefano-Tangorra\, Founder and CEO at Omni Business Intelligence Solutions (OBIS)\, is designed to give you the tools you need to harness the power of generative AI in your business\, focusing specifically on the creation of hyper-accurate customer mega-personas. We’ll also delve into the role of creativity in driving innovation and staying competitive in today’s AI-driven market. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for prompt engineering\, allowing you to interact more effectively with AI tools like ChatGPT and improve your broader communication skills. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nData Utilization for Customer Insights: how generative AI can synthesize customer data to create customer mega-personas for targeted marketing and product development.\nMaintaining a Competitive Edge: how creativity can set you apart from competitors who may be using the same technologies.\nEffective Communication with AI: how prompt engineering can improve your interactions with AI systems and consequently enhance decision-making and customer engagement.\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJacqueline DeStefano-Tangorra\nCEO & Founder at Omni Business Intelligence Solutions (“OBIS”)\nJacqueline DeStefano-Tangorra started her professional career at the age of twenty-two years old when she became licensed as a certified public accountant in New York State. After spending five years as a financial statement auditor at a big four accounting firm\, she switched into technology consulting to align with a growing passion she had for business intelligence\, data analytics\, artificial intelligence\, machine learning and reporting. In switching her career paths\, she pursued and received technology certifications with companies such as Tableau\, Google\, Adobe\, Alteryx\, and Microsoft. In October of 2022\, she resigned from her role in corporate America to launch her own business and technology consulting firm\, Omni Business Intelligence Solutions (“OBIS”) \, acquiring over 135 clients and 75+ five-star reviews. In early 2023\, she chose to further develop her education and enrolled in an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning course at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (“MIT”). Since then\, she has continued to embrace the capabilities of large language model tech and generative AI in her business\, finding unique ways to scale revenue and cut costs. In turn\, this caught the eye of major media outlets and earned her company a feature in CNBC\, Business Insider\, Yahoo Finance\, and LA Weekly. Jacqueline also shares her expertise on global platforms such as Upwork\, delivering a webinar “Scaling Freelance Business Leveraging Generative AI” to a registered audience of over 6\,500+ registered attendees and is often hired as an AI Expert talent panelist for company webinars. With a potent blend of expertise in both finance and technology\, coupled with a proactive approach to lifelong learning and thought leadership\, Jacqueline DeStefano-Tangorra continues to redefine what it means to be a versatile entrepreneur in the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/leveraging-generative-ai-to-build-customer-mega-personas/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231102T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231102T160000
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SUMMARY:[:en]Boots to Business Reboot for Veterans and Spouses[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event description\nVeterans have the character\, discipline and skills needed to succeed as small business owners and entrepreneurs. Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot. \nAbout Boots to Business Reboot\nDuring Reboot\, participants are introduced to the skills\, knowledge\, and resources they need to launch a business\, including steps for developing business concepts\, how to develop a business plan\, and information on SBA resources available to help. The program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors. \nParticipants that complete an in-person or online B2B Reboot course can elect to further their study through one of many B2B online courses\, offered at no cost to Service members\, Veterans and military spouses. \nThe U.S. Small Business Administration empowers veterans\, service members\, National Guard and Reserve members\, military spouses\, and family members with programs and services to start\, grow and expand their small business.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/boots-to-business-reboot-for-veterans-and-spouses/
LOCATION:424 N. Riverfront Drive Suite 210 Mankato\, MN 56001
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231026T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
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SUMMARY:[:en]Forecasts Aren’t Just for Meteorologists: Why Every Business Needs One![:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nEvery entrepreneur hopes their business will succeed\, but sometimes it can be difficult to determine what factors will actually support or undermine the longevity of their business. Founders early in their business journey or with limited financial knowledge may wonder: How do I develop realistic budgets? How can I best allocate resources? How do I prepare for potential risks and mitigate their impact? \nThe Nasdaq Center is thrilled to be joined by Niamh Kristufek\, Head of U.S. Business Banking at BMO; and Heather Tuason\, CEO at ARENA; During this discussion\, we’ll explore the significance of forecasting and the impact it can have on your business. Drawing from their expertise in banking and financial management\, our special guests will provide a practical framework for proper forecasting that will allow you to focus more time on strategy. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nWhat a financial forecast really is\nWhy forecasting is important for every business\nHow to build your revenue forecast and your expense forecast\nStressing your forecast for good times and bad\n\nRegistration for the event enters you for a chance to WIN 3 months of FREE CFO Services with ARENA\, subject to the Sweepstakes Official Rules. \n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUESTS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNiamh Kristufek\nHead of U.S. Business Banking\, BMO\nNiamh Kristufek is BMO’s Head of U.S. Business Banking\, responsible for spearheading the growth of their segment across 32 states as they deliver on their commitment to provide innovative products\, digital-first capabilities\, and simplified customer experiences to help small businesses make real financial progress. Raised by parents who were small business owners\, Niamh has a profound appreciation for the vital role businesses play in a strong economy and thriving communities. Her passion for leadership combined with her commitment to eliminating financial barriers to inclusion has led to the launch of Zero Barriers to Business. The initiative is part of BMO’s EMpower commitment aimed at fostering an inclusive economic recovery for all.With over 25 years of experience in the banking industry\, Niamh started her career in credit and commercial lending at LaSalle Bank. In 2011\, she joined BMO as Vice President\, Special Assets Management\, specializing in commercial debt restructuring and reorganization. In 2014\, she joined BMO’s Credit Risk team and was promoted to the Head of U.S. Business Banking Credit Risk in 2017. Niamh earned her Masters of Business Administration at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics at Lake Forest College. She serves on the board of Envision Limited\, a Chicago-area non-profit serving adults with disabilities through day programing and housing. Niamh resides in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and three children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeather Tuason\nFounder and CEO\, Arena\nHeather is a Stanford grad where she studied product design\, she is the founder and CEO of Arena\, a fintech aimed at supporting businesses with fractional CFO and accounting services. After spending over 20 years in banking it was clear that businesses needed much more than a bank could offer to succeed and thrive! At Arena clients receive a fractional CFO that they can hire as they grow\, accounting professionals and experts in early stage\, growth stage and exit stage companies. We pride ourselves in watching our clients achieve the optimal profit margin for their business while proactively managing their finances. \nHeather is based in Northern Virginia\, has 4 children and likes to spend time outdoors. She also likes to travel and can often be seen working from a new location just about every week. \n  \n\n\n\n\nAbout Arena:\nArena provides CFO services simplified to businesses across the U.S.! Now any business can operate as efficiently as a large company with our “Tech & Touch” fintech platform. Our mission is to empower businesses to achieve their strategic goals. Providing active management of their finances and regularly measuring performance against their goals. Named for the renowned Teddy Roosevelt speech given in 1910\, Arena is built for the entrepreneur – the man in the arena\, the doer of deeds – who dares greatly. \nConnect with Arena: \n\nLinkedin\nInstagram: @arenaroosevelt\nFacebook\nYoutube
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/forecasts-arent-just-for-meteorologists-why-every-business-needs-one/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T201304Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]CO-FOUNDERS MATCHMAKING: ONLINE NETWORKING EVENT[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nBuilding a great Co-Founder team is one of the most difficult yet important steps in founding a startup. While many founders may start alone\, there are multiple benefits of having a Co-Founder\, and taking the time to establish a quality team can mean the difference between failure and success. Join us for this fun and interactive event where you will learn best practices for building and formalizing a Co-Founder relationship. In addition\, you will have the opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs who are looking for a Co-Founder at virtual tables and speed networking sessions. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n  \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in The Founder Institute event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/co-founders-matchmaking-online-networking-event/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231019T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T201136Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]Expand Your B2B Offering Globally[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nExtending the reach of your B2B sales efforts on a global level is a significant step that demands meticulous planning and thoughtful deliberation. Maybe you’ve found validity in product-market fit\, and you’ve reached a point of financial stability that allows you to expand or you’ve gained the team and resources necessary for expansion. No matter the circumstances you find yourself in\, if you want to share your expertise beyond borders\, you want to make sure you do it right. \nJoin us for an informative and actionable session with Kimberly Daniels\, President at Mercantile Logistics & International Trade Inc.\, who will provide insight into the complications of international trade and how to avoid common pitfalls in export and import compliance. You’ll walk away with a deeper awareness of how to conduct global sales while protecting you and your business from potential issues when scaling up. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstanding international trade compliance\nBest practices for engagement with suppliers and government authorities\nPitfalls to avoid with global sales\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKimberly Daniels\nPresident\, Mercantile Logistics & International Trade Inc\nKimberly Daniels has more than fifteen years of professional experience in international logistics. As CEO of Mercantile Logistics & International Trade\, Inc. she assists business owners with the importation and exportation of their goods to various distribution locations\, including fulfillment warehouses and foreign trade zones. As a small business owner\, she is keenly aware of the needs of other small businesses to operate efficiently and effectively\, creating her own program\, CargoClear®\, which smooths costs for clients in providing required customs services. \n• Kim holds a Master’s of Business Administration\, a Master’s of Science in Law\, a Customs Broker License\, and a Certificate in Logistics\, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) from APICS. \n• Kim has provided International Trade webinars through a variety of channels as a subject matter expert \n• Mercantile Logistics is a certified Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) since 2018. \n• Foreign Trade Zone customs broker under contract
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/expand-your-b2b-offering-globally/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
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SUMMARY:[:en]PMO Mindset: Become Fulfilled in Your Work[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n1 hour\nMobile eTicket\n\n\n\n\nAgile\, Scrum\, Lean: there’s a reason why Project Managers and PMOs implement these practices and so many others into their work each day. The result is a structured and systematic approach that leads to higher-quality outcomes and improved communication. But project management is about more than just results for the business; it’s also about implementing strategies that improve your personal workflow and even bring you joy in your work. \nThe Nasdaq Center is delighted to be joined by La Juana Chambers Lawson\, Founder and CEO at Tacit Growth Strategies\, for an uplifting yet practical discussion on the ways entrepreneurs can improve the way they work by implementing a PMO mindset. Drawing from her experience and leadership in the Project Management space as well as her extensive career supporting small businesses\, La Juana will illustrate how you and your business can both benefit from implementing project management practices so that you can find greater joy in the work you do. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nActionable insights on ethical decision-making\, strategic planning\, and Agile project development\nInterpersonal skills to address ambiguity and managing ecosystem changes\nDeeper understanding of project management\, resiliency\, values\, and philosophies as they each relate to business growth\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa Juana “The PMO CEO” Chambers Lawson\nFounder and CEO\, Tacit Growth Strategies\nLa Juana “The PMO CEO” Chambers Lawson\, MPA\, PMP\, LSSGB\, MRP is the Founder and CEO at Tacit Growth Strategies\, a leading project management office (PMO) and management consulting firm that specializes in government contracting\, grant and proposal writing\, impact investment strategy\, and comprehensive international business development consulting. La Juana has been featured in O\, The Oprah Magazine\, Entrepreneur\, Forbes\, Marquis Who’s Who in America (Texas Business Owners)\, is a San Antonio Business Journal 40 Under 40 Honoree (2022)\, and was a Finalist for the National Association of Women Business Owners San Antonio Chapter’s Women Business Owner Awards (2023). She is international best-selling author of “Master Grant Writing: A Project Manager’s Guide” published by River Walk Publishing\, a comprehensive guide from the perspective of a grant writing and project management expert that demonstrates how to build and maintain a successful nonprofit or for-profit impact business. La Juana proudly serves as Vice President of the Fair Contracting Coalition | The Report Card Group\, Board Vice President of the Bexar County/City of San Antonio U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Lead Continuum of Care (CoC) Agency the South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless (SARAH)\, Community Advisory Board Member of the River City Federal Credit Union\, Director-General of the Global Alliance for Angel Investor and Venture Capital Networks by the esteemed Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade\, Mentor for Trinity University’s MIT Venture Mentoring Program\, Mentor for Nasdaq Foundation’s Entrepreneurial Center. Additionally\, La Juana is the co-host of Real Management Talk with LJ and Jocelyn\, a podcast that is a one-stop-shop for all things nonprofit organization business. Notably\, La Juana is the Former President & Board Chairman of the Alamo Project Management Institute (PMI) and Former President & Board Chairman of the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM). La Juana Chambers Lawson is licensed as a REALTOR® and Military Relocation Professional (MRP) with Phyllis Browning Company\, San Antonio’s top luxury real estate agency and affiliate of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. La Juana’s favorite quote is: \n“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” — Audre Lorde
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/pmo-mindset-become-fulfilled-in-your-work/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231013T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T200820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T200854Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]Market Update: Selling to Enterprise[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nIn 2022\, corporations\, businesses\, investors\, and governments realized the recession was going to last longer than expected. As a result\, in Q1 2023\, you saw massive layoffs of about 15% in order to adjust to inflation\, spending\, and market conditions. Then\, AI sent shockwaves through the market and in Q2 2023 all non-core spending froze as the C-suite restrategized. Today\, companies have a rough idea of where they want to go and have the budget to test new tech. How will you and your business respond when selling to enterprise? \nThe Nasdaq Center is thrilled to welcome back Whitney Sales\, Operating Partner at Forum Ventures\, Founder\, and Creator\, to discuss how entrepreneurs selling to enterprise can adjust to changing dynamics\, break through the noise\, and capture scarce spending from the right customers. You’ll walk away with the insight necessary to make more informed decisions when selling to enterprise given the current market landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to take advantage of the peak in the market! \nKey Takeaways: \n\nKey changes that are impacting enterprise decision-making\nHow to build your budget from nothing\nHow to map your marketing to your market’s rhythm\n\nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhitney Sales\nFounder & Creator\nWhitney is a four-time VP of Sales\, all of which were on the INC5000 Fastest Growing Companies List. She is an experienced investor and advisor\, with a deep understanding of the B2B SaaS market. Whitney ran Forum Venture’s HQ accelerator in San Francisco for 3\, invested in 200+ B2B SaaS companies\, and helped raise Forum’s first seed Fund. She has a proven track record of success in leading and managing high-performing sales teams. You might have seen her as a speaker at Saastr\, Collision\, or LAUNCH. She’s currently working as an operating partner at Forum\, mentoring for HBS’s entrepreneurial sales course\, and running a GTM advisory practice called The Sales Method.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/market-update-selling-to-enterprise/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231010T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T200643Z
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UID:139186-1696932000-1696935600@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Enhance Your PR Outreach to Build Lasting Connections[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nPublic relations is your opportunity as an entrepreneur and a business to build and maintain trust and credibility. But it’s easier said than done. You may ask yourself: How do I define a messaging strategy that will resonate with the right people? How should I initiate and nurture relationships with relevant organizations and media representatives? What can I do to stand out among potential competition? \nJoin us for an insightful discussion with AirBnB and the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs to learn strategies around outreach\, follow-up (and follow-through)\, and relationship building that you can leverage for public relations success. You’ll walk away with the guidance needed to seamlessly manage your public relations strategy no matter where in your business journey you find yourself. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nOutreach — Tailor your outreach messaging and leverage various media channels to connect with organization leaders and media representatives.\nFollow-Up (and Follow-Through): Understand best practices and implement a feedback loop in your PR communications to help inform continuous improvement of your offering.\nRelationship Building: Foster meaningful engagement long-term and employ continuous learning to improve PR strategy as market landscape evolves.\n\n  \nSpecial Guests: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames Oliver\, Jr.\nJames Oliver\, Jr. is a 3X founder and CEO of Kabila\, a co-founder matching app focused on inclusion\, and founder of the ParentPreneur Foundation\, which empowers Black ParentPreneurs\, so they can leave a legacy for their beautiful Black children.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/enhance-your-pr-outreach-to-build-lasting-connections/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231005T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T200423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T201631Z
UID:139184-1696507200-1696510800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]LOANS\, GRANTS AND OTHER FUNDING OPTIONS FOR WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES IN 2023[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJoin us for an empowering webinar dedicated to supporting and guiding women entrepreneurs on their journey to securing funding for their businesses. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\nUnderstanding the different funding pathways\nBuilding a Compelling Funding Pitch\nOvercoming Gender-Specific Challenges\n\n  \n\n\nAdditional Information\nVisit SCORE website to learn more! \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in SCORE event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/loans-grants-and-other-funding-options-for-women-owned-businesses-in-2023/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231002T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231002T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230922T200310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T200437Z
UID:139181-1696266000-1696271400@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]FRANCHISING: A BUSINESS STRATEGY FOR CREATING WEALTH[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAre you an entrepreneur? Do you have the power to bet on yourself? Can you get out of your comfort zone and embrace change? We will answer many key questions about Franchising as a business strategy as well as the qualities that are most common to successful entrepreneurs. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nVisit SCORE website to learn more! \n  \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in SCORE event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/franchising-a-business-strategy-for-creating-wealth/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230822T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230822T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T221935Z
UID:139020-1692709200-1692712800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]PRE- CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nThe Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council (OMSDC) is one of 23 affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)\, a nonprofit corporate membership organization that advances business opportunities for its certified Asian\, Black\, Hispanic and Native American business enterprises and connects them to its corporate members. One of the country’s leading corporate membership organizations\, NMSDC was chartered in 1972 to provide increased procurement and business opportunities for minority businesses of all sizes. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in MSDC event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/pre-certification-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230726T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230726T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T212652Z
UID:139023-1690362000-1690365600@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]SAVE TIME AND MONEY WITH SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT TOOLS[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAll of the emphasis on social media may leave you feeling like managing your brand is a full-time job! While it’s true\, there is also another\, sustainable way for you to part-time manage your social media presence without sacrificing too much of your time and energy. In this session\, we’ll go over free or cheap tools that can help you save time in content creation and posting\, as well as some best practices for maintaining a mentally healthy approach to social media. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n  \n\n\nSpecial Instructions\nPlease click ‘Learn More’ to register in ECDI event.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/save-time-and-money-with-social-media-content-tools/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230721T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T212350Z
UID:139018-1689948000-1689951600@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Unpacking Debt[:]
DESCRIPTION:Join us in exploring the difference of “good” vs ‘bad” debt\, what types of expenses you may incur each month\, and how to help yourself create a manageable debt load.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/unpacking-debt/
LOCATION:Mni Sota Fund\, 817 South 5th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415
CATEGORIES:Business Event,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230718T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T212304Z
UID:139015-1689688800-1689692400@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset of Success[:]
DESCRIPTION:You dream of being comfortable in your own skin. You dream of more influence\, income\, and success. Yet the constant doubt and nagging thoughts of what could go wrong are holding you back. Are there times when you feel overwhelmed by your inner critic and powerless to change your situation? Do you feel like you’re doing everything recommended to grow your business but you’re still not seeing the results you expect? Let’s get you a clear vision and compelling mission that becomes both your master plan AND your superpower. \nJoin us for an uplifting conversation with Meshell Baker\, Founder and Owner of Meshell Baker Enterprises\, who will show you how to cultivate a mindset that is focused and committed yet unleashed from the negative self-talk that’s limiting your progress. Meshell will share stories from her own business journey and others she’s witnessed to demonstrate how a confident mindset can lead to unparalleled outcomes. You’ll walk away with a universal framework for turning setbacks into opportunities so that you and your business can stay on a trajectory of success! \nKey Takeaways: \n\nReplace negative self-talk and become your own #1 fan\nRepurpose mistakes as opportunities to learn\nRespond and leverage problems as opportunities to grow\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeshell Baker\nOwner/Founder | Meshell Baker Enterprises\nMeshell Baker the Chief Confidence Igniter has been described as “a breath of fresh air” and “the power of her story combined with her passion and enthusiasm is enough to make anyone want to tap into their potential.” She masterfully guides audiences to embrace challenges as new chapters that enhance their capabilities. Encourages moving away from “trying” to sell and towards value-add conversations that confidently communicate win-win for all involved! \nMeshell is the gift of clarity empowering women around the globe to ignite confident belief and enable their people to develop high-performance resilience and unstoppable confidence. She is renowned for her value-based and no-nonsense approach to sales and business success. Meshell has phenomenal results\, accolades\, and awards and has compiled an incredible track record of raving recommendations with clients over the past 25+ years. She is on a mission to ignite “confident belief” in as many women as possible.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/cultivating-an-entrepreneurial-mindset-of-success/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230713T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T212158Z
UID:139012-1689253200-1689256800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Capital Strategy: Find and Secure the Right Capital Optionality[:]
DESCRIPTION:One of the primary obstacles early-stage entrepreneurs face is the lack of awareness around the complex landscape of capital options. With limited exposure to sources of financing\, early-stage entrepreneurs may struggle to identify which option aligns best with their business goals and growth trajectory. Additionally\, the ability to build relationships with potential investors or lenders and demonstrate market potential and a strong value proposition can be difficult with limited resources and competition. For underrepresented entrepreneurs\, these obstacles can unfortunately be greater. What can be done to overcome these challenges? \nThe Center is thrilled to be joined by Geri Stengel\, President at Ventureneer\, for an important conversation on capital strategy. Geri understands the unique capital challenges that entrepreneurs of all kinds face and has worked with thousands to help them align their vision with their strategic goals. Her insight will provide you with a framework to make informed decisions around your capital needs so that you and your business can remain on a sustainable trajectory of success. Join us to learn how best to assess your options and secure the capital your business needs to grow and succeed. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nAligning your capital needs with your vision\, your values and your ‘why’.\nHow to clearly identify your strategic goals before exploring capital options.\nHow to find and secure the right capital option for your business.\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmy L. Simmerman\nA Wilson Sonsini Practice Leader \nA leader of Wilson Sonsini’s Delaware office and governance practice \nComprehensive Experience in Delaware Law \nAmy’s practice focuses on providing advice on all aspects of Delaware corporate law and related corporate governance issues\, including fiduciary duties\, mergers and acquisitions\, stockholder activism\, corporate formation\, stock issuances\, preferred stock investments\, and various statutory matters \nAmy Simmerman is a partner in the Wilmington\, Delaware\, office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. Amy is a leader of the firm’s Delaware office and governance practice. Her practice focuses on providing advice on all aspects of Delaware corporate law and related corporate governance issues\, including fiduciary duties\, mergers and acquisitions\, stockholder activism\, corporate formation\, stock issuances\, preferred stock investments\, and various statutory matters. Amy regularly represents special committees of boards of directors in mergers and acquisitions\, internal investigations\, and other matters\, and she provides corporate advice in the context of governance litigation. \nAmy frequently speaks and publishes on Delaware law and governance issues and has guest lectured at Harvard Law School\, the University of Pennsylvania Law School\, and UC Hastings College of the Law. Within Delaware\, she has served on a committee of the Council of the Corporation Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association to vet potential amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law. Amy is also a member of the Board of Advisors of the Institute for Law and Economics at the University of Pennsylvania Law School. \nFounder and President\, Ventureneer\n“A baby boomer with the heart and soul of a millennial” describes Geri best. She grew up believing that dedicated\, thoughtful people can change the world by working together. \nShe is a believer still. In fact\, Geri is even more committed to the possibility of meaningful change because she realizes that we have a huge\, untapped resource: Women! \nFor the last few years\, Geri has researched and written about the challenges women face in the entrepreneurial world and the success factors that help them break through barriers\, whether they are starting a business or scaling to a multi-million dollar enterprise. \nGeri’s passion to get women on the radar as leaders of mega-firms led her to write Forget the Glass Ceiling: Build Your Business Without One. To find out best practices for investment crowdfunding — a great alternative for women entrepreneurs! — Geri undertook a successful rewards-based crowdfunding campaign herself and published the results in Stand Out in the Crowd: How Women (and Men) Benefit from Equity Crowdfunding [add link] \nGeri is a questioner and a builder\, and is passionate about eliminating barriers to entrepreneurial aspirations. \nGeri’s accomplishments include: \n\nMentor for WE NYC: 2016 to present\n2015 Madam C.J. Walker Business Leadership Award from the National Minority Business Council.\n2013 and 2012 Small Business Trends Small Business Influencer\nAdjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at The New School\nFacilitator\, Kauffman Foundation FastTrac courses for entrepreneurs\nResearched and published Ditch Digital Dabbling: How Small Businesses + Nonprofits Can Master Online Marketing\nFormer board member for the New York City Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners. Was on the board for eight years.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/capital-strategy-find-and-secure-the-right-capital-optionality/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230711T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T212023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T212023Z
UID:139009-1689080400-1689084000@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Amplify and Grow your Business and Personal Brand[:]
DESCRIPTION:LinkedIn has seen a significant uptick in utilization by businesses for marketing and sales purposes\, and it’s no surprise why. With its expanding user base and robust professional networking features\, LinkedIn has emerged as a powerful platform for connecting with targeted audiences and generating valuable leads that drive business growth. So\, what can women entrepreneurs start doing now to leverage all that LinkedIn has to offer to continue leading their ventures to success? \nJoin us for an empowering session with Anne Stills\, CEO and Founder of Smashing Daily\, who will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to create a strong online presence\, attract your target audience\, and establish thought leadership in your industry on LinkedIn. You’ll walk away with a framework for understanding the needs\, challenges\, and interests of your target audience\, what type of content resonates with them\, and how to bring the two together to spark meaningful conversations. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to optimize your LinkedIn profile to reach All-Star status\nHow to grow your network and engage with your community\nHow to create content that attracts your ideal customers\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnne Stills\nFounder + CEO of Smashing Daily\, LLC\nAnne Stills is the Founder + CEO of Smashing Daily\, LLC\, a global image consulting and personal branding boutique firm established in 2014 in New York City. The firm specializes in image management\, personal branding\, and signature style consulting. She caters to ambitious modern female professionals who understand the significance of projecting a powerful authentic personal brand image and aspire to become dynamic communicators leading with confidence and impact. Anne has over 25 years of corporate experience in executive sales\, marketing\, and training across multiple industries such as airline\, hospitality and financial services. Leveraging her extensive corporate background\, she delivers deep value to clients and guides them to define and refine their executive presence\, personal brand and leadership skills. She grooms today’s executives and tomorrow’s rising stars to create a unique\, memorable\, and sustainable personal brand image.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/amplify-and-grow-your-business-and-personal-brand/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T211730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T211730Z
UID:139004-1688738400-1688742000@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Discover Your Value[:]
DESCRIPTION:Understanding your worth in financial terms translates into more areas of your life than you may realize. If you do not understand your value around money\, it can be difficult to manage well. In this two hour class we reflect on your current mindset with money\, how your upbringing has influenced your money habits and discuss how these may be good bad or neither to change for your future money culture.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/discover-your-value/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230622T211914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T211914Z
UID:139006-1688731200-1688734800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Mastering Outreach: Connecting and Converting for Entrepreneurs[:]
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs early in their business journey\, outreach can often cause undue stress. Cutting through the noise to capture the attention of potential customers or investors is a daunting task. In addition\, balancing immediate tasks with the need to nurture long-term relationships can become a time management challenge. Not to mention\, the need to maintain enthusiasm and motivation despite rejection is crucial for sustained outreach efforts. What can entrepreneurs do to make this process more manageable? \nJoin us for an insightful and actionable session with John Hill\, Evangelist at Techstars\, to learn how to maximize the impact of your outreach and follow-up efforts. Drawing from his vast entrepreneurial journey working with startups to build relationships\, John will show you innovative and compelling ways to stand out from the competition and communicate your value proposition effectively. He’ll also guide you towards a deeper understanding of the ways capital can be used to achieve your primary strategic goals\, like funding\, talent\, customer acquisition\, and knowledge sharing. You’ll walk away with the adaptability and resilience to embrace outreach as a meaningful way to build connections for you and your business. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to identify the right target audience for your communication\nHow to establish initial connections and build a robust network\nHow to stand out and capture the attention of the right people\nHow to maintain a consistent follow-up strategy with limited resources\nHow to handle rejection and setbacks\nHow to navigate relational capital to meet your primary needs\n\nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Hill\nKeynote Speaker\,TechStars
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/mastering-outreach-connecting-and-converting-for-entrepreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230628T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T223911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T224054Z
UID:138963-1687957200-1687960800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Leveraging Strategic Partnerships with Julie Shen[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nWhen you’re a startup with a lean budget\, it can be challenging to build up your brand without draining your funds on paid marketing. If you do go that route\, competition from established companies with high budgets can make it even more difficult to stand out and form strong\, impactful connections with the right people. Instead\, you must find innovative ways to grow your distribution and consumer base… but how? \nThe Nasdaq Center is delighted to host Julie Shen\, Founder and Managing Director of Springstead\, for a dynamic session on how leveraging strategic partnerships can take your business to the next level. Join us to learn how to capitalize on your strengths and forge alliances that will fill the gaps in your expertise\, all while tapping into your partner’s established networks. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to determine if it’s the right time for a strategic partnership\nHow to identify\, source\, and close strategic partnerships\nHow strategic partnerships can enrich your brand\n\nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie Shen\nFounder\, Springstead\nJulie Shen is the founder of Springstead\, an advisory and consultancy practice working with founders and businesses to grow their initiatives. With a passion for strategy and innovation\, she has 16+ years of experience developing and launching new businesses for startups and organizations like Conde Nast and HBO. \nHer experience includes team leadership\, strategy\, innovation\, business development\, strategic partnerships\, growth\, finance\, and business management. Julie has led deals and partnerships attributing to an impact of >$200M and scaled a DTC business to 1M paying subscribers in Year 1. Her thought leadership has been published on Nasdaq\, BlogHer\, and Create & Cultivate.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/leveraging-strategic-partnerships-with-julie-shen/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230623T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T223707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T223707Z
UID:138960-1687521600-1687525200@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Gain Traction While Mitigating Risk[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nAs the founder of an early-stage startup\, you’ll face countless challenges in your entrepreneurial journey that will put you and your business to the test. You may struggle with limited access to capital and lack of investor interest. It can be difficult to gain traction due to limited knowledge on market insights that would inform a well-defined sales strategy. Not to mention the complexities that come with bringing your offering to market like finding ways to differentiate yourself in a competitive landscape and establishing scalable marketing and distribution channels. Thankfully\, there are some simple yet highly impactful actions you can take to push through it all. \nWe are excited to be joined by Jason Malki\, Founder and CEO of StrtupBoost and SuperWarm\, who will guide you through the appropriate steps you can take to mitigate early risk by leveraging no-cost to low-cost strategies. As a founder himself\, Jason understands the challenges of leading an early-stage startup to success because he’s experienced them first-hand. He will share lessons he’s learned from his personal journey as well as from other entrepreneurs he’s worked with and been inspired by. Join us for this optimistic and insightful conversation! \nKey Takeaways: \n\nFundraising Strategy: how to properly prepare yourself and your business to raise capital\, intentional distribution of the funding you receive across business functions.\nSales Strategy: content creation\, customer engagement and feedback\, LinkedIn and Email communications.\nGo-to-Market Strategy: how to find product-market fit and leverage the insights gained to better prepare for launch.\n\n  \nOUR SPECIAL GUEST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJason Malki\nFounder & CEO\, StrtupBoost.com\, Co-Founder & CEO\, SuperWarm.AI\nJason Malki is the Founder & CEO of StrtupBoost\, a 30K+ member startup ecosystem and agency that helps across fundraising\, marketing\, and design and SuperWarm\, and AI matching platform for Founders and Investors.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/gain-traction-while-mitigating-risk/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230621T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T230143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T230143Z
UID:138966-1687345200-1687348800@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]HR Foundations: Building a Thriving Team from Solopreneurship[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nWhen you’re a solopreneur leading a high-growth business\, expanding your team can be an exciting yet challenging endeavor. At a high level\, you might be limited by financial\, resource\, or time constraints that divert your attention away to other critical tasks. But bringing on new team members introduces a whole host of new complexities for your business: How do you find people who align with your vision and values? How do you establish effective communication and collaboration channels to ensure smooth workflow? What is required to build trust in the abilities of new team members\, letting go of some control in favor of delegation? \nJoin us for an empowering discussion in collaboration with the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC) as we delve into the essentials of building a thriving team from solopreneurship through the employment of scalable HR structures. You’ll walk away with proven techniques for attracting and retaining a diverse and skilled team that will continue to drive your business forward\, as well as the confidence you’ll need as a leader to guide your team through future stages of growth! \nKey Takeaways: \n\nThe ins and outs of bringing on your first new team member\nHow to get a person unknown to you (not a friend or family member) to join your team\nHR policies and procedures to protect yourself and your business legally\nStrategies for developing meaningful company culture and systems of support for team members
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/hr-foundations-building-a-thriving-team-from-solopreneurship/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230620T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T223438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T223438Z
UID:138957-1687258800-1687262400@caccmn.org
SUMMARY:[:en]Milestone Circles Open House[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nWe are excited to invite you to this open house intended to share more about the Milestone Circles program! \nIn this informative session\, you will learn about Milestone Circles\, a 12-week immersive program experience designed to help women entrepreneurs address critical business needs through milestone accomplishments and a support network of peers\, mentors\, and supporters. More information can be found below. \nThe Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is a leading nonprofit building a better path for entrepreneurs worldwide by improving inclusion\, access\, and knowledge in entrepreneurship. \nIn the last 7 years\, we’re honored to have supported over 70\,000 entrepreneurs worldwide\, 52% women and 67% entrepreneurs of color\, with 1\,100+ free business and mentorship programs requested by entrepreneurs just like you! \nWe’re committed to investing in the individuals taking big risks to solve problems in new ways. Join us for this information session to learn more about our different programs. We’ll share how the program came to life\, talk through the application process\, walk through the exact steps to get started\, and answer any questions you have! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMilestone Circles \nWomen Business Owners\, this is for you!\nMilestone Circles help entrepreneurs revitalize their vision for their business\, set a critical business milestone and build a network of support to help them today and in the future. \nEach 12-week program brings you together with a group of peers and coach facilitator to: \n\nGain focus and greater confidence for your vision\nStrategize and plan business priorities for the next quarter\nGain peer and mentor support through working groups and classes\n\nThis program is free for entrepreneurs and made possible thanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo remains dedicated to supporting small businesses and recently launched a program designed specifically for women entrepreneurs\, Connect to MoreSM\, as they continue to invest in the success and sustainability of women-owned small businesses. \nWhat is a milestone? An important goal you’ve set for your business that takes time\, tenacity\, and more than a little creative thinking to attain; it’s an achievement that signals your business is on its way to the next stage of growth. \nWho should apply? Women business owners seeking to grow their entrepreneurial mindset and skillsets to expand their business. Entrepreneurs will be matched in our ongoing\, virtual 12-week circles based on the entrepreneur’s vision\, needs\, and stage of development. \nHow do I apply? Fill out an application which are reviewed on a rolling basis. Upon acceptance\, you will be matched with a group of incredible women entrepreneurs who will help propel your business to the next level.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/milestone-circles-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230614T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T150000
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SUMMARY:[:en]Exit Optionality Bootcamp[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nJoin fellow founders\, CEOs\, CFOs\, General Counsels\, and their teams at this exclusive webinar designed to help private companies better understand how to set the foundations for a successful exit. The market volatility seen in early 2023 has slowed down the market for IPO and M&A\, giving companies thinking about listing more time to prepare and strategize. Our experts will share ways to avoid pitfalls and strategies for a successful transition to being a public company. \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nThis Bootcamp is intended for any executive who is involved in devising and/or executing an IPO – from CEO\, CFO\, COO\, CTO\, Chief Counsel\, General Counsel – to leaders and the teams who are responsible for identifying and managing an IPO. \nSpace is limited; please RSVP to ensure your spot! \nAGENDA \n9:00AM – 9:30AM – Market Update & Analysis by Bank of the West BMO \n9:30AM – 10:30AM – Cash Management \nThis panel will cover: \n\nUnderstanding and forecasting your cashflow cycle\nStrategies for improving sales and customer relations\nSolutions and opportunities to enhance your cashflow\nHow bank relationships can help your business grow\n\n10:30 AM-10:35AM – BREAK \n10:35AM-11:40 AM – IPO Readiness \nThis panel will cover: \n\nCompany requirements to qualify for IPO\nHow pre-IPO companies should think about investor engagement\nBest practices for managing an IPO deal team\nStrategies to guide you during a delay in a public offering\n\n11:40 AM-11:45AM – BREAK \n11:45AM-1:00 PM – M&A Readiness \nThis panel will cover: \n\nUpdate on the current M&A environment\nBest practices to position yourself for future M&A opportunities\nStrategies to execute a successful transition\nCase studies of successful M&As\n\n\n\n\n*The same zoom link will be used across all the panels
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/exit-optionality-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230608T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T221900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T222045Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]Starting Line Capital Pathways Workshop Session[:]
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nStarting Line Capital Pathways Toolkit will help you identify capital types that best support your leadership style; prioritize learning goals for follow-on capital exploration; and anchor to your vision and crystallize ultimate success for you as a business leader. We invite you to connect to your biggest dream for your business and begin pursuing capital from this perspective –letting your needs and values as a founder drive capital exploration. \nA Capital Pathway is a comprehensive way of looking at how you’re bringing money into your company not just in the short-term\, but what comes before a capital funding moment and what comes after. You can think of Capital Pathways as a preview of how types of money or “capital models\,” work (or don’t work) into helping you achieve your business vision. Resources in this Toolkit to help you include: interactive exercises; Starting Line Capital Considerations Map (customized for your leadership priorities); glossary of key terms; and resources by capital type.
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/starting-line-capital-pathways-workshop-session/
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230603T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192923
CREATED:20230524T221356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T221356Z
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SUMMARY:[:en]ACCOUNTING BASICS - WHAT EVERY SMALL BUSINESS OWNER NEEDS TO KNOW[:]
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nPart 1 – Accounting Basics: \n– Fundamentals – Cash In/Out – What to Track\, Reports – How to Read – What’s Important\, Explain Balance Sheet – P&L -Cash Flow\, Budgets – Why & How\, and Business Plan Financials – Tie it All together. \nPart 2 – Bookkeeping & Accounting Software: \n– Accounting Software – QuickBooks\, etc.\, Purpose & Use of Bookkeeping Tools\, Selection Criteria – Important Do’s & Don’ts\, When to Use Outside Resources and Next Steps. \n\n\nAdditional Information\nTo learn more\, click here. \n 
URL:https://caccmn.org/event/accounting-basics-what-every-small-business-owner-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:10945 Reed Hartman Highway Room 105\, Blue Ash\, OH 45242
CATEGORIES:Business Event,In Person Event
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